Instructor - Part Time (Physics Applicant Pool)

Schoolcraft College; Livonia (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Schoolcraft College in Livonia is seeking a Classroom Instructor for Physics. The position requires a Master of Science degree in Physics or a Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in Physics, along with preferred experience in college level teaching.

The instructor will be responsible for curriculum development and teaching responsibilities, utilizing innovative techniques to engage students in their learning process.

Qualifications

• Master's degree and 18 graduate credit hours in Physics required.
• Two years college level teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach Physics classes and develop curriculum.
• Engage students with innovative presentation techniques.
• Evaluate student performance and provide feedback.

Skills

Language Skills

Mathematical Skills

Reasoning Ability

Education

Master of Science degree in Physics

18 graduate credit hours in Physics

Job description

Position Information

Job Title: Classroom Instructor

Qualifications

• Required: Master of Science degree in Physics or a Master’s degree and a minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in Physics.
• Preferred: Two (2) years college level teaching experience.

Physical Requirements

• Language Skills
  Ability to read, analyze and interpret the most complex documents. Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints. Ability to write speeches and articles using original or innovative techniques or style. Ability to make effective and persuasive speeches and presentations on controversial or complex topics to top management, public groups, and/or boards of trustees.
• Mathematical Skills
  Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Reasoning Ability
  Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems. Ability to deal with nonverbal symbolism (formulas, scientific equations, graphs, musical notes, etc.) in its most difficult phases. Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables.
• Physical Demands
  The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to handle or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; walk; sit; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee may occasionally lift up to 10 lbs., seldom 25 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• Work Environment
  The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally work near moving mechanical parts. The job may require working in a laboratory. The employee must be able to correctly follow all safety rules and regulations, operate appropriate laboratory equipment and tolerate the presence of laboratory chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Administrative Information

• Salary Per Faculty Contract: Not specified
• Work Hours: Not specified
• Posting Number: ACO074P
• Open Date: 11/08/2017
• Close Date: Open Until Filled Yes
• Special Instructions to Applicants: Applicants must submit a current resume, cover letter and copy of unofficial college transcript at the end of the application process. The number of part-time instructors hired varies from semester to semester, depending on the needs of the department. The Instructor-Part Time (Applicant Pool) applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Your application will remain in this applicant pool and be reviewed on an as needed basis.